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Brain Function Training

Neurofeedback, also called EEG Biofeedback, is direct training of brain function, by which the brain learns to function more efficiently. It uses a computer to observe the brain in action from moment to moment and rewards the brain for changing its activity to more functional and useful patterns.

Brain Self-Regulation

Self-regulation is a necessary part of good brain function, as it allows the central nervous system to function better. Issues associated with brain dysregulation include the anxiety-depression spectrum, attention problems, behavior disorders, sleep disorders, headaches and migraines, PMS, and emotional disturbances. It is also useful for organic brain conditions such as seizures, the autism spectrum, and cerebral palsy.

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What Conditions Can Neurotherapy Help With?

Sometimes turn to neurotherapy when they’ve tried other approaches – maybe even with success– but are finding that there is still something missing in their treatment plan. For others they look to neurofeedback, also called neurotherapy, because maybe they don’t have any diagnosis, but they would like to sleep better, focus better, feel less anxious, or manage stress. Sometimes it’s for anxiety that doesn’t go away, trouble focusing at work or school, or just feeling emotionally drained for no clear reason.

Neurotherapy can be helpful for a wide range of concerns. It’s often used with ADHD, mood difficulties like depression, or sleep issues that seem connected to stress. Some clients deal with frequent headaches or migraines. Others feel like they’re always on edge, even when things are calm around them. It can be useful for children who are struggling with emotional regulation or developmental challenges. In those cases, neurofeedback therapy gives the brain a gentle nudge toward better balance.

Every case is different and we don’t promise quick fixes. But in many situations, neurotherapy helps the brain shift out of patterns that have been causing problems for a long time. At RMPS, we take time to understand what you’re dealing with and your personal history before recommending any neurotherapy treatment.

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How Does A Neurotherapy Session Work?

Most people aren’t sure what to expect when they first come in, and that’s completely normal. Neurotherapy doesn’t involve anything invasive or painful. It’s quiet, relaxed, and focused entirely on how your brain responds in the moment.

You’ll usually sit in a comfortable chair while small sensors are placed on your scalp. The sensors pick up the electrical signals from your brain activity. From there, a computer tracks the patterns of your brain waves and provides instant feedback, usually through a screen or sound. The audio and visual feedback to the brain is what helps the brain to make changes in how it operates. If you’ve ever learned to ride a bike, you got feedback on what you were doing (how much the bike wobbled or if you fell!). Eventually, your brain and body figured out how to keep the bike steady enough for you to ride smoothly. Neurofeedback is the same kind of principle – the audio and visual feedback to the brain help it to figure out how to “balance”. From there, and with repeated practice, the new way of operating becomes effortless, just like riding the bike.

Sessions are typically around 45-50 minutes. Some people notice changes right away – they may feel more clear-headed, calm, tired, or energized after a session. Others notice changes gradually. The neurofeedback therapist will check in with you regularly on what you are noticing and how you are feeling, as well as reviewing the technical results of the sessions and will make adjustments accordingly.

If you’re exploring neurofeedback therapy, we’ll walk you through it step by step and answer any questions along the way.

Benefits Of Neurotherapy

When people ask about the benefits of neurotherapy, we’ll give an honest answer. It’s not instant or one-size-fits-all, but many clients notice real improvements when they commit to the process.

Some of the changes people report include:

  • Better sleep quality and more restful nights

  • Feeling calmer and less overwhelmed in stressful moments

  • Improved focus and concentration at school or work

  • Fewer mood swings and more emotional balance

  • A stronger sense of mental clarity and control

  • Feeling more present and “tuned in” to the people, conversations, or world around them

Parents often mention that their children are calmer, more focused, sleep better, seem to need fewer reminders, and/or are more emotionally steady. Adults may notice they’re able to stay present, think more clearly, or respond more thoughtfully in challenging situations.

One thing that makes our neurotherapy unique is its focus on teaching the brain to regulate itself. While it can be useful to treat symptoms, what is different about neurofeedback therapy is that it changes the way the brain functions — it isn’t about remembering to use a strategy, or trying harder. The brain learns to operate differently, which can make it easier to use the strategies learned in counseling, benefit from lessons learned at school or in other settings, or manage daily life with less effort.

We have a clinic in Calgary and also offer online consultations across Alberta. We support individuals affected by anxiety, attention challenges, mood concerns, and more. While each journey is different, the goal remains the same: helping the brain move toward balance and better function.

Is Neurotherapy Right For Me Or My Child?

This is one of the most common questions people ask, especially if they’ve already tried other forms of support. Neurotherapy can be helpful for many, but like any approach, it isn’t the right fit for everyone.

You may want to consider neurotherapy treatment if you or your child are dealing with:

  • Difficulty focusing or staying on task

  • Sleep problems or frequent fatigue

  • Heightened anxiety or emotional reactivity

  • Low mood or lack of motivation

  • Trouble managing daily stress

Many families come to us after trying medication, behavioral therapy, or counselling. Some are looking for a more natural option. Others are simply exploring whether neurofeedback therapy could work alongside what they’re already doing.

We begin with a conversation. No pressure. Just a chance to better understand your needs and whether this approach might be a good fit for your child, your family, or yourself.

Our Approach To Neurotherapy across Alberta

At RMPS, we take a thoughtful and personalized approach to neurotherapy. Every individual has a unique set of experiences and needs, which is why we begin with a detailed understanding of your goals, challenges, and history. Brain mapping is often our first step, helping us observe how the brain is functioning. This gives us clear insight into patterns that may be linked to experiences of anxiety, focus difficulties, or emotional ups and downs. Using this information, we design a neurotherapy plan that supports the whole person, not just the symptoms.

Each neurofeedback session is led by a trained neurofeedback practitioner in a calm, supportive setting. We monitor progress closely and adjust the sessions as needed to keep them effective and personalized. Whether you’re seeking help for yourself or your child, our goal is to promote long-term brain regulation and emotional balance. Schedule A Consultation

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Frequently Asked Question

What exactly is neurotherapy? How does it actually help?

Neurotherapy is a way to help the brain learn to work better by giving it feedback. It watches your brain activity and then gently encourages it to shift into patterns that are more balanced and useful. People often say they feel calmer, sleep better, or think more clearly after a series of neurotherapy treatments.

Yes, a lot of people come in for those reasons. It’s often used for things like anxiety, feeling overwhelmed, or having a hard time staying focused. Some also find it helpful for mood changes, sleep problems, or depression. Many of our clients find that neurofeedback combined with counseling is an effective combination of supports.

Absolutely. At RMPS, we work with children, teens, and adults. For kids, sessions are tailored to meet their interests, which helps to keep them engaged. We keep parents involved and explain things step-by-step.

We try to understand the whole person, not just the symptoms. At RMPS, that means we start with a close look at how the brain is working, using tools like qEEG brain map to help us make an individualized plan for you or your child. We also talk with you about your goals and set 2-4 specific goals that we will monitor each session. Something else that sets RMPS apart is our focus on evaluating the effectiveness of the intervention. We will share results of the pre-assessment with you (brain map, data from questionnaires you complete) and after a round of neurofeedback therapy sessions we will compare post-treatment brain-map results, questionnaire data, and progress on your individualized goals. We share all of this information with you so that you have clear measures and indicators of the effectiveness of neurofeedback for you (or your child).

That’s a very common place to start. You’re welcome to reach out and ask questions or book a consultation. We’ll talk through what’s going on and whether this kind of support might (or might not) be a fit for your specific situation. There’s no pressure—it’s just about figuring out what feels right for you.

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Cassandra White

Cassandra has been the owner and Director of RMPS since 2013. She brings more than 20 years of experience in working with children and families to the practice. Her background and expertise in the areas of assessment and treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorders and ADHD as well as her knowledge of neurofeedback therapy and play therapy give her the broad base of knowledge to direct this multi-faceted private psychology practice.In addition to her experience in assessment and treatment of learning disabilities and giftedness, Cassandra has training and expertise in Child Psychotherapy and Play Therapy. She has worked extensively with children and their families regarding treatment of anxiety, depression, behavioral issues and emotion regulation using play-based and expressive interventions. Cassandra is also a clinical supervisor who provides supervision and consultation to other practitioners specializing in working with children. Cassandra’s experience and knowledge is not only academic; she is the mother of four children. Her experience of being a parent of four children makes her a very practical and realistic therapist. She understands the demands of parenting and does not rely on “book knowledge” or recommendations that appear unattainable for parents. She prides herself in understanding both the needs of the parents and the child. She looks for ways to enhance family functioning so that parents can feel competent and successful in their difficult jobs of raising children with a variety of complex needs.
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MacKenzie Ebel

MacKenzie is a Psychometrist/Psychological Assistant at RMPS. She completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Princeton University, where she also played 4 years for the women’s ice hockey team. She recently completed her Masters in Counselling Psychology through City University of Seattle.MacKenzie has worked with children, youth, and their families in a number of settings, through coaching, as a behavioural aid, and counselling through her internship placement. She is excited to continue learning about assessment administration, neurofeedback, and play therapy practices at RMPS! Currently, she is part of the assessment and neurotherapy team, as she completes her final capstone assignment and intends to join our counselling team as a Registered Provisional Psychologist.

Tammy Thomson

Tammy is a graduate of the Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) program at Yorkville University and is trained at the master’s level in art therapy as a professional art psychotherapist and member of the Canadian Art Therapy Association. She brings more than 20 years of experience working with children, teens, and families in child development settings, children’s hospitals, and schools as an early childhood educator and elementary teacher.She completed a Bachelor of Applied Science specializing in Child Development Studies at the University of Guelph, Ontario and holds a Graduate Diploma of Teaching and Learning from the University of Canterbury in Christchurch, New Zealand. Tammy is a member of the Canadian Counsellor and Psychotherapy Association and College of Alberta Psychologists while pursuing her next goal of registration as a provisional psychologist. Tammy values a client-centered approach using play therapy and the expressive arts to support those who may find it difficult to articulate their thoughts and feelings with words. Children and families do not need any skill or prior art experience and the art studio is a safe place where children can gain a sense of independence, greater emotional regulation, and confidence through self-exploration. Expressive interventions in art therapy can treat behavioural issues, anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, learning disabilities, physical and developmental disabilities, and attachment difficulties. As a parent of three young children herself, Tammy understands the complexities of family life using compassion to help parents feel more confident in their role of raising a successful family.

Raquel Freitas

Raquel is an Office Administrator at RMPS. Back in Brazil, her home country, she graduated as a Psychologist and worked as a clinician for the past 5 years. Although she loved working with children and adults, she discovered a new passion: manage the administrative tasks that keep the business running. 

As someone who is passionate about learning new things and developing new skills, with the career transition also came the decision to live abroad and explore a new culture. To serve empathetically and connect with people is Raquel’s main personal and professional goal.

Emma Donnelly

Emma is a Registered Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists. She completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology in her hometown at Brandon University, after which she moved to Calgary to earn her Master’s of Science in School and Applied Child Psychology at the University of Calgary.Emma has a passion for working with children and families and has experience doing so in a number of settings, including schools, homes, early intervention programs, and within the community. She specializes in assessment, including psychoeduational, social-emotional-behavioural, and autism assessment. Emma uses a client centred approach to counselling, supported by cognitive behavioural therapy, as well as play-based and attachment-based techniques. She believes in meeting clients where they are at and prides herself in working together with her clients to achieve their goals, improve their functioning, and enjoy their daily life.

Amanda Stoner

Amanda is a Registered Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists. Amanda earned her doctoral degree in Psychology at Brock University in Ontario in 2017, with a specialization in developmental psychology. Amanda provides formal assessment services at RMPS. 

Since 2009, Amanda has received formal training and work experience in private practice settings in conducting psycho-educational assessments for students ranging from preschool through university. Amanda is skilled at test administration, interpretation of data, and report writing for various referral questions including ADHD, Learning Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Anxiety, Giftedness, and Intellectual Disabilities. Amanda enjoys working with people of all ages from diverse backgrounds, and she tries to make the testing environment feel relaxed and comfortable while maintaining integrity in testing protocol.

Denise Riewe

Denise has completed a Bachelor of Health Sciences through the University of Lethbridge and a Master of Counselling with Athabasca University. She is a Registered Provisional Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists and a member of the Psychological Association of Alberta.Denise has over 9 years of experience supporting children, youth and their families in both residential and community-based practices. Denise is experienced in working with high and at-risk youth, supporting children and their families with strength-based approaches. She practices from a client-center approach supported by Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Theraplay, and other play and art-based modalities.

John Pynn

John is a Registered Provisional Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists. He completed his Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. He brings more than 20 years of experience working with children, teens, and families in a variety of settings. He brings a relaxed and collaborative atmosphere to sessions.John uses an integrated counselling approach including client-centred, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Solution-Focussed therapy (SFT) to find the best-fit for clients. He has experience with a variety of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, anger, self-
esteem, relationships, parenting, ADHD, grief/loss, addictions, and trauma. This broad experience comes from working in schools, social service agencies, group-care, and clinical settings. He also draws from the practical experience of being a parent to two teenagers as well as a husband. Supporting and empowering clients with mental health concerns is something John genuinely enjoys. John also provides counselling for adults and holds a Gottman level 1 certification for couples therapy.

Zara Crasto

Zara is a Psychometrist/Psychological Assistant at RMPS. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Psychology at the University of Calgary and her Graduate Diploma in Psychological Assessment at Concordia University of Edmonton. 

Zara has spent over five years working alongside children, adolescents, and their families in a variety of settings. These include public and private schools, in-home support, residential programs, early-intervention programs, and non-profit organizations. Currently, Zara is part of the assessment and neurotherapy team. As a lifelong learner, Zara plans to go back to graduate school and eventually become a psychologist one day.

Kellie Lanktree

Kellie is a Registered Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists. She completed a Bachelor of Child and Youth Care with the University of Victoria and a Master of Education in Counselling Psychology through the University of Lethbridge.Kellie has over 10 years experience supporting children and youth with developmental disorders/delays and their families. Kellie has experience working in schools, clinical settings, and within homes to provide support and therapeutic interventions. Through her time at RMPS, Kellie has also gained experience in helping individuals affected by trauma, grief/loss, separations, emotional dysregulation, depression, and anxiety. Kellie practices through developmental, attachment-based and trauma-informed lenses, and draws from a variety of play-based approaches such as Synergetic Play Therapy, Child-centered play therapy, DIR/Floortime, art-based mediums, and mindfulness-based practices. Kellie also provides Neurofeedback therapy, and is working on receiving her certification through BCIA. Kellie believes in meeting children and their families where they are at and that there is no “one size fits all” for therapy.